Kokuryu Daiginjo Ryu
After the founder returned from France, he applied wine aging to sake and released it in 1975. At the time, it was the most expensive sake in Japan, which was a turning point for the brewery. It was also the first in the industry to use the now-common expression "Daiginjo”. At that time, a label with a dragon stamped in gold foil was used on the sake bag used to press the sake.
THis Daiginjo is fruity and soft with the notes of apple, peach, melon and strawberry. Fermented at low temperature, it is mellow with pleasant acidity and umami. Mildly dry and crisp, it is easy-drinking and delicious. REMARKS: The sake has been pasteurized, so it can be delivered at room temperature. However, cold temperature is suggested for long-term storage.
Recommended way to drink: 5°C to 10°C
Tasting Notes: Well-rounded, gently aromatic and surprisingly incisive.
Grade: Daiginjo
Rice: Yamada Nishiki
Rice Polishing Ratio: 40% rice polishing
Nihonshu-do (SMV): +4
Dassai Junmai Daiginjo 45
“There is no reason for us to craft sake unless it’s super delicious.”, this is the Dassai way. Using Yamada-Nishiki rice polished down to 45%, we deliver fruit aromatics and delicate sweetness.
Made from Yamadanishiki rice (the highest quality rice for sake) polished to 45% of its original volume, Dassai 45 presents a fresh and fruity palette with aromas of pear, grape, pineapple, apricot and watermelon but also notes of chestnut and puffed rice.
This rich, structured and powerful sake can be enjoyed chilled as an aperitif but is also the ideal companion for all types of dishes such as white meats and poultry as well as cheese.
Sake or nihonshu is a Japanese alcoholic beverage with a volume of 14 to 17%. It is made from a mixture of water, yeast and steamed rice, a small part of which has been inoculated with a microscopic fungus, the koji, in order to improve fermentation.
- Rice Type : 100% Yamadanishiki
- Rice Polishing Ratio : 45%
Kokuryu Daiginjo
Using one of the most popular production methods, this sake expressed itself in its fullest, with a rich and fruity aroma. This is one of the best selections of daiginjo made in the cold season.
Crystal Dragon is made from domestically grown rice in a gradual low-temperature fermentation process. Kokuryu’s proprietary yeast gives it a graceful aroma and clean taste.
This sake is immensely popular as a gift.
Recommended way to drink: Chill to 5 - 10 degree Celsius
Tasting Notes: Fresh, fruity and smooth.
Grade: Daiginjo
Rice: Yamada Nishiki
Rice Polishing Ratio: 50% rice polishing
Nihonshu-do (SMV): +4
Rumiko no Sake Junmai Daiginjo
Rumiko no Sake” manga label was introduced in 1992. Rumiko's Sake' is brewed by a woman Toji, Rumiko. The label is drawn by Akira Oze, famous for the comic 'Natsuko's Sake'.
This sake uses 100% Yamadanishiki rice. The scent is subtle yet with a deep full body flavour. It is Junmai Daiginjo that you can enjoy well both alone or with food.
- Rice Type: 100% Yamadanishiki
- Rice Polishing Ratio: 40%
- Sake Meter Value: -
- Acidity: -
Dassai Junmai Daiginjo 39
Showing a luscious and juicy character with a nectar-like sweetness on the palate, followed by a long bright finale.
Produced by the Asahi Shuzo brewery, Dassai 39 is a premium sake of the Junmai Daiginjo type, which means that the rice used has been polished to more than 50% and no alcohol has been added. As the name suggests, this premium sake has a residual rice grain content of 39% so that only the noblest part of the rice remains, the heart.
The finesse of its aromas is a perfect accompaniment to shellfish, fish in sauce and grilled or steamed vegetables.
Sake or Nihonshu is a Japanese alcoholic beverage with a 14% to 17% volume content, made from a mixture of water, yeast and steamed rice, a small part of which has been previously sown with a microscopic fungus, the koji, to allow better fermentation.
This, is Junmai-Daiginjo.
- Rice Type : 100% Yamadanishiki
- Rice Polishing Ratio : 39%
Kokuryu Kansha
This is a limited edition Junmai Daiginjo which uses SAKAHOMARE rice from Fukui. With an aroma of fresh melon, this saké portrays a multi-layered sweetness of rice with an elegant and transparent taste profile. It is stamped with the “gratitude” of seal engraver Mr. Inamura Inamura, and is used as a mark of Junmai Daiginjo brewed with “Sakahomare” sake rice produced in Fukui.
This is the perfect saké to express your gratitude to someone else (or yourself).
Recommended way to drink: 8°C to 10°C
Rice Polishing: 40%
SMV: +4.0
Rice: Sakahomare
Juji Asahi Shuzo Konarezake Junmai Ginjo Genshu Jujiasahi Yamadanishiki 21by 2010
A Junmai Ginjo, which is slowly and elegantly brewed with Yamada Nishiki, left to mature at well-controlled room temperature in the brewery to slowly develop its depth of flavour. A prominent depth of colour and flavour that cannot be found in a new sake.
Deep in colour, it displays sweetness characteristic of an aged sake. The right intensity of acidity also gives the sake a depth in its flavour. Recommended to serve at 15℃~45℃, and pair with rich flavoured stews and Chinese food.
- Rice Type : 100% Yamadanishiki
- Rice Polishing Ratio : 55%
- Sake Meter Value : +3
Rumiko no Sake Junmai Ginjo
Rumiko no Sake Tokubetsu Junmai
Tanaka Shuzojo Kimoto Junmai Ginjo Shirasagi no Shiro
Pale and lemon colour, with few tears and beautiful brilliance. The nose is discreet at the opening, fine notes of banana, aged cheese, herbs and spices, seaweed, mineral.
Medium body and Mid-palate is fruity/floral, cereals/ grains. Packaged with spice flavors and sophisticated fruit flavors
Pairing: Potato salad, cumin, cervelat, old-fashioned mustard.
Recommended serving temperature 15℃.
- Rice type : Yamadanishiki [GI Harima Certified]
- RPR : 55%
- Alcohol : 16%
- SMV : ±0
- Acidity : 1.6
- 2022 Kura Master Gold Medal
- 2022 International Wine Challenge Silver Medal
Kokuryu Fuku Daiginjo Yamadanishiki
It is a daiginjo-shu made with 50% polished Yamada Nishiki. It has a rich and full ginjo aroma with a clear and gentle finish. It is packaged in a special lacquered box decorated with the character "Fuku" written by calligrapher Juichi Yoshikawa.
There is a theory that the character for "fortune" originated when people offered a barrel of sake to the gods and prayed for happiness. It is believed that the prayers and sake come together. This sake is very suitable for gifting to someone special in your life.
SMV: +4.0
Rice: Yamadanishi 山田錦
Kokuryu Kuzuryu Daiginjo (Gohyakumangoku)
$87.40
This Daiginjo-shu is best drunk warm. While premium Daiginjo are usually not drunk warm, Kuzuryuu Daiginjo was created in 2004 as a Daiginjo specially for warm sake. Enjoy it warm for a deep, refined flavor that has matured over time. It has a gorgeous aroma characteristic of daiginjo-shu, and an elegant and delicate aroma.
Recommended way to drink: 5°C to 10°C
Tasting Notes: Intense and concentrated ginjo aroma, clear and delicate flavour with hints of sweetness on the palate, medium bodied.
Tanaka Shuzo Junmai Daiginjo Kame-No-Kou 22
It has a beautiful nose showcasing peach and white flowers. On the palate, it displays subtle sweetness with prominent mineral and fir. Recommended to serve at 12℃ in a wine glass, and pair with abalone and white beet mousse. Comes with a wooden box.
- Rice Type: 100% Kamenoo
- Rice Polishing Ratio: 22%
- Sake Meter Value: +2
- Acidity: 1.5